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Literary Fiction· Sudan

The Wedding of Zein

by Tayeb Salih
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 1966Arabic
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About This Book

Tayeb Salih's The Wedding of Zein (1966) stands as one of the most significant works of literary fiction of its era. The Wedding of Zein is a novella that explores village life in Sudan through the story of Zein, a quirky and beloved character whose unexpected engagement becomes a focal point for the community. The book is celebrated for its rich depiction of Sudanese culture, humor, and the interplay of traditional and modern values. Themes of community life, tradition vs. modernity, humor run through the work.

Book Details

AuthorTayeb Salih
Published1966
Country of Origin🇸🇩 Sudan
LanguageArabic
Category📖 Literary Fiction
ISBN9780435909726
Editorial Score30/100
About the Category

📖 Literary Fiction

Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

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Country of Origin

🇸🇩 Sudan

This book is part of Sudan's rich literary tradition.

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Awards & Recognition

Guardian 100 Best Novels
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Wedding of Zein about?

The Wedding of Zein is a novella that explores village life in Sudan through the story of Zein, a quirky and beloved character whose unexpected engagement becomes a focal point for the community. The book is celebrated for its rich depiction of Sudanese culture, humor, and the interplay of traditional and modern values.

Who wrote The Wedding of Zein?

The Wedding of Zein was written by Tayeb Salih, from Sudan. First published in 1966.

What awards has The Wedding of Zein won?

The Wedding of Zein has received the following recognition: notable critical recognition.

Is The Wedding of Zein worth reading?

The Wedding of Zein is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 30/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in community life, tradition vs. modernity, humor.

Where can I buy The Wedding of Zein?

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What category is The Wedding of Zein?

The Wedding of Zein is classified as Literary Fiction. Character-driven fiction that prioritises style, theme, and psychological depth.

What country is The Wedding of Zein from?

The Wedding of Zein originates from Sudan's literary tradition. Explore more books from Sudan on our country page.

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